Childminder EY361760

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 5 September 2017 8 May 2013

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder is passionate, enthusiastic and committed to offering a good-quality service for children and their families. She continually makes improvements that help to benefit outcomes for children. For example, she has recently reorganised her playroom and outdoor area to enable children to have more space and accessibility.  Partnerships with parents are a key strength. The childminder works closely with parents to meet the individual care needs of children. They exchange a wealth of information regarding children's care, well-being and development. Parents comment positively about the childminder and the care their children receive.  Children make good progress in their learning. The childminder observes children and makes regular and accurate assessments of their learning. She has developed successful partnerships with other settings that children attend. This helps her to closely monitor their progress and provides consistency for children.

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This provision is good

 The childminder has a very calm and positive personality. She is kind and caring with children and they have developed secure attachments with her. Her home is welcoming and inviting, and children show that they feel comfortable and secure.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not yet established a precise programme of professional development to help her develop her teaching skills and knowledge even further.  Although the quality of teaching is good, occasionally, the planning and teaching of some group activities does not offer younger children a range of opportunities to help them to be fully challenged and involved.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 develop a precise plan for professional development to help raise the quality of teaching to an even higher level  consider the opportunities offered to younger children during group activities to help them make even greater progress in their learning.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities and free play. She assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector discussed and evaluated a planned activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation, such as children's admission records and evidence of the suitability of all adults living and working on the premises.  The inspector viewed written feedback provided by parents prior to the inspection. She took account of their views.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder recognises the potential signs that a child's welfare may be at risk. She has a secure understanding of the reporting procedures to follow if she has any concerns about children's safety. The childminder completes regular risk assessments of her home. These are adapted daily to meet the needs of children who attend. For example, when younger children are present she adapts the environment and resources. This is one of the ways that the childminder helps to keep children safe.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Younger children concentrate as they use brushes, paints and water to make marks on paper. This helps them to develop their hand and finger muscles in readiness for early writing. The childminder uses her knowledge of children's interests to engage them in imaginary play with figures. She sensitively plays alongside children to help extend their learning. For example, as children pretend their figure is climbing stairs, the childminder counts the steps and uses positional language, such as, 'on top'. This helps to introduce children to early mathematical concepts. The childminder uses spontaneous opportunities to extend older children's knowledge. For example, she engages children in a discussion about how paper is made. Children are motivated as they engage in a two-way conversation about the process. This helps children to learn about the world around them and helps to extend and develop their communication and language skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's behaviour is excellent. They help to create the house rules and are aware of why they are in place. Even young children use positive manners and show respect for others as they play. The childminder plans a range of outings for children each week. They attend regular groups and visit places further afield. This helps to give children the opportunity to develop their social skills. Children are encouraged to be independent. For example, older children access their own clothes after getting wet outdoors and confidently dress themselves. Younger children are motivated to help with simple tasks, such as squeezing paints out of bottles. The childminder offers constant praise and children are proud of their achievements. This helps to raise their self-esteem. The childminder encourages children to become involved in making choices and decisions. For example, children take turns to decide what to have for lunch from a range of healthy

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Outcomes for children are good

All children are working at the level expected for their age and in some instances exceed this. They are well prepared for their next stage in learning. Younger children demonstrate excellent speaking skills. They ask questions and understand simple instructions. They show good levels of concentration and motivation. Older children are well prepared for their move on to school. They capably write their names and other recognisable letters. In addition, they display excellent social skills. They share and take turns, and are able to find a compromise to resolve minor conflicts.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY361760 Local authority Trafford Inspection number 1065037 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 8 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 5

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2007 and lives in the Stretford area of Trafford. She operates from 8.30am until 5.30pm, Monday to Friday and all year around with the exception of bank holidays and family holidays.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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